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my short marriage is over.......its long! im venting....

Original post by kdelace

it really is... and I am so sad and ANGRY right now.
My husband has a drinking problem. And it is 10x worse because of the town we live in. hes not an am-pm drinker. however, he grew up here, bartended here and has many friends here- many still single and going out. someone is always going out and wanting to have a good time. my husband is still caught up in this party scene. dont get me wrong, I still like to go out and have fun but he takes it to another level- sometimes not coming home until the wee hours of the a.m.
this started happening before we got married but naive me thought that it would get better b/c we had both quit bartending... how wrong was i!
He doesnt think he has a problem-because even the married guys are out and about to all hours of the night- i know b/c i see them when I work! how do their wives put up with it??
the last straw was thurs night- he wanted to go into the city to see his friends bar- fine.. i didnt want to go b/c i was setting up for school all day. he goes- calls me at 2AM and tells me hes staying out for the night! hello!!! you are not single and you are not just dating me....
This happens more than once and awhile and I am miserable. Id rather be divorced after 7 months than have children and deal with this for years before I decide its enough..
i thought about moving out of Long Beach but that wouldnt solve anything- we move- say we get into an argument- hes in a car right back to Long Beach- his comfort zone...

Im just so upset and angry. i cant see a resolution to this. he doesnt think he has a problem. when school starts, things calm down we work and dont do much else during the week. so i have to worry every time summer comes?
he thinks because he doesnt go out much thats its ok. but when he does go out he doesnt come home until late and he is wasted. even if he does come home 'early' (2am to him) hes wasted and he doesnt understand why I get mad at him for it.
his family is like this also. I know to him I am the enemy b/c no other girl challenged his problem. I am the first one to actually care about what happens to him. but he is willing to throw away his marriage for this. And the heartbreaking thing is he will- because he sees me as being the verbal abuser and nag.. hell yeah i yell and scream and call him a drunk because I have had it!!!
anyway, i had to vent. Im sick of talking about it to my friends and family.

i dont know what im actually going to do next. its surreal right now... all i know is that im mentally and physically tired and that should not be after 7 months.

just please send me hugs and prayers. School starts on tues and this is going to be difficult- especially when everyone asks you hows married life.. plus the fact my name was officially changed to my married name for the kids....
prncssrachel Posted:

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Do what is right for YOU! That is all I have to offer, but it's the most important thing
Boop2704 Posted:

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Kristi, I really don't know what to say. My heart is breaking for you, that you are going through this. I hope that somehow he realizes how he is hurting you and comes around before its too late.
I know you are a very strong, intelligent, beautiful and sweet person and I know that you will do the right thing for you.
I just keep telling Michael how sad I am for you, my buddy. Please call me if you need anything, you have my number. I am here for you. I just feel so awful and wish I could make things better for you!!
Bebalina Posted:

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oh honey i am soo sorry, but you're right better now then when the kids come...
best of luck and i admire you for being a stong person!
BriBri529 Posted:

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hbradio Posted:

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I am so sorry you have to go through this.
sophie78 Posted:

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I am really sorry! But it sounds like you are making a wise decision.

Cindy Posted:

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I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you.
Valentinegirl Posted:

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Kristi, I just wanted to say I hope everything works out for you and I am so sorry!!
TracyInQueens Posted:

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I wish you lots of luck. You are better off, as everyone said. You and your marriage should not have to take a backseat to his problem. It's not fair to you and getting out now is better than later, if he's not going to try and understand where you're coming from.
Stefanie Posted:

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kdelace Posted:

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thanks for everyones thoughts and prayers. it is going to be hard but its better now than years down the road. If hes not willing to see he has a problem and work to try to overcome it, I cant be around to watch him crumble. in this short time, i have given him too many chances...
thanks again....
FeliciaDA Posted:

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I am so sorry to hear about this turn of events... my heart goes out to you.

This obviously hasn't been an easy decision for you, but it truly sounds like you you have done everything you can at this point.. and now you are doing what is best for you, which is most important!

You truly sound like an amazing, strong woman..and I wish you nothing but the best ...

We're all always here if you just need to vent or share any feelings .... :

Many prayers and hugs to you ...

Good luck, sweetie
groovypeg Posted:

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perhaps the 2 of you should go for counseling? i hope everything works out. many hugs to you.
LIJuneBride Posted:

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I'm sorry to hear this sad news. I know how tough it can be because I've been there (this is my second marriage and I'm hoping will be much better). You will get through this. Remember your friends and family are there for you (including all of us on LIW!!!)
mlp924 Posted:

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You sounds like a very healthy woman! I give you a lot of credit! My DH is a recovering alcoholic and it took 6 years before he realized he had a problem. You hit the nail on the head when you said that you are physically and emotionally exhausted. If he isn't going to solve HIS problem, then you should move on. You deserve to be happy and secure.

IF you need anything please let me know!
MrsTC Posted:

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there is nothing you can do to change him - he has to want to change himself. maybe a trial separation would work? i'm so sorry you are feeling this way. al-anon will help.
Sasha96 Posted:

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You sound so strong and I am sure you are so intelligent. You have so much to offer and you have to do what is best for you. I hope the counseling is helping. Somehow, I think he'll change only when he's ready or when he hits bottom. I totally agree that if you are to leave then it is better to do so before there are any children.

Maybe with school you can use a hypenated name for now with parents and the student, then just ease back into the old name. You could always change the formal documents when you need to. I'd let your principal know if you plan to just to clear up any confusion.

I wish you all the best and you know we (LIW) are always here for you!
HearzBellz Posted:

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allure Posted:

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Keep your faith and your head held high it will all be ok in time
AndreaLMT Posted:

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Be Strong...
My thoughts are with you...

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